Definition

A type of protein that is found mainly in legumes and grains, similar in structure to casein.

Example

Legumin is an important protein source for vegetarians and vegans.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of legumin?

I think so, isn’t it something found in legumes?

Yeah, it's a type of protein that resembles casein.

That sounds interesting! I should include more legumes in my diet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Legumin is derived from the Latin word 'legumen' (meaning pod or legume), which refers to the seed pod of plants in the legume family. The suffix '-in' is often used in chemistry to denote substances, particularly proteins. Thus, 'legumin' refers to a protein derived from legumes, specifically found in the seed pods.

Memory Tip

Think of 'legumen' as the pod of a plant, and remember that 'legumin' is a protein that comes from these pods.

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